Complex Needs Teaching Assistant


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£110 to £125 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	DE14 2DR
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting a compassionate and resilient Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist SEND unit within an FE college in Burton-on-Trent town centre (DE14), supporting students aged 16-25 with significant and complex needs. You will help students access learning, develop communication and independence, and manage their daily routines, with personal care being an essential part of the role. We are looking for someone patient, proactive, and resilient who is passionate about helping young people develop their independence and achieve positive outcomes as they prepare for adulthood.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist with personal care and mobility needs where required

- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex needs

- Support students with communication, sensory and emotional regulation strategies

- Work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals

- Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

- Support pupils in developing independence, confidence and life skills

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

- Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs

- Understanding of ASD, SLD, PMLD or physical disabilities

- A calm, patient and resilient approach

- Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviours when required

- Strong communication and teamwork skills

- Background in SEN, care, support work or healthcare is highly desirable

Why This Role Stands Out

- Up to £125 per day

- Work within a highly respected specialist SEN setting

- Be part of a multi-disciplinary team including therapists and SEN specialists

- Genuine opportunity to transform outcomes for vulnerable young people

- Long-term role with permanent opportunities available

- Excellent training and CPD in complex needs, autism and behaviour support

- Ideal for candidates considering careers in Teaching, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy or SEN Leadership

- On-site parking available

If you're looking for a role where your support genuinely changes lives, apply today with Long Term Futures.

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, ASD, PMLD, SLD, Autism Support, Special Needs School, Burton, Derby, Lichfield and Swadlincote

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply today with Long Term Futures or contact Jimmy directly to discuss the role or arrange a trial day.

Not quite the right fit? We're always keen to connect with talented TA's, Tutors, Lecturers, and Education Professionals looking to make a move in and around the Derbyshire and Staffordshire area. Get in touch with Jimmy to explore current and upcoming opportunities.

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